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So after I wrecked my E30, I have come across a good deal ($4k) on an STS-S/CSP ready Miata... Just how badly am I going to get my rear end handed to me by the other STS-S drivers (There's no way in hell I can afford slicks for CSP) while learning the handling differences between the Miata and the E30?
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Jan 19, 2010 03:50
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Okay okay okay, I knew that already, CSP is a freakin BITCH class in Dixie... I'm just waiting for any drivers who've had both an E30 and a Miata to chime in about any handling differences they might have.
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Jan 19, 2010 04:23
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http://tallahassee.craigslist.org/cto/1609810300.html What's everyone think? Motor took two cranks to start up (but ran well, and the first crank was kinda halfhearted on his part anyway), top needs a new window, could probably use a new top anyway, light blowby, no gunk under the oil fill cap, rad has been replaced, no oil or coolant leaks, clean title. Anything else I oughta check on?
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Feb 21, 2010 01:20
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Phone posted:The torsen LSD helps if there is traction for both wheels. Ice. Clutch LSD is the best option here methinks.
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Mar 15, 2010 12:21
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So, my girly is looking into getting a Miata. There's a nice silver NB ('01) at the local dealership with 60k for around $9000. Decent price? Her POS Buick gets $5k there, I figure her getting a 5 year loan to build credit is a good idea. How do the NB's compare to the NA's? I personally prefer the NA's (hidden headlights rule).
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Jun 24, 2010 06:23
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It looks like the robot from Flubber.
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Jun 27, 2010 07:37
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Frank Dillinger posted:the ones in NAs do, which is why they tend to get bad valve ticking Yeah, at AutoX my buddy's NA sounds like a sewing machine, but on the way back home it just hums. I love my E30's eccentric adjusters 
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Jul 1, 2010 17:32
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Symphoric posted:I'm having some overheating issues with my 1.6 NA. Water pump is newish, radiator doesn't seem to be leaking, new thermostat. The problem seems to be the fans kicking on late/cutting off erratically. I think it's safe to assume there's some electrical problem, and gently caress diagnosing electrical problems. It could keep your temps LOWER than optimal. Thermostat oughta regulate that fairly well, however.
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Jul 3, 2010 22:54
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Tactical Bonnet posted:Wouldn't you hear a vacuum leak all the time though? Slipping belt. Water pump or power steering. Check your tensions and pulley resistance.
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Jul 20, 2010 23:05
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Granite Octopus posted:YOu could try simulating it at low speed by putting the air con on high, moving at very low speed and turning lock to lock (putting strain on the ac compressor and power steering system). Load up the electrical system as well by turning on the blower, high-beams, defroster etc Nah, if the Alt was putting up that much resistance he'd hear... wait a minute, the squealing could be the alternator itself at high speed. I know that when mine is charging the battery after not moving the car it makes a funky squealing noise for a bit. Granted, I have an E30 and not a Miata, but alternators are mostly the same. It might not be a belt at all! GO makes some good points, try it out.
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Jul 21, 2010 06:24
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Russian Bear posted:What's advantage of springs/shocks vs coilovers? "Coilovers", in the aftermarket suspension lingo, refer to fully adjustable suspension parts that incorporate the shock/strut and spring assembly onto a single unit. The unit also incorporates an adjustable spring perch for changing ride height. This functionality is the main reason for getting coilover suspension, other than the fact that coilovers are usually higher quality than OEM. Coilover suspension is any suspension that has the strut/shock centered within the spring on a single unit (such as a MacPherson Strut)
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Aug 31, 2010 04:51
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destructo posted:My first car is a Miata and it's still not wrecked There's not enough power to properly wreck a Miata.
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Oct 29, 2010 01:02
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Whenever I see an NA with the lights up at AutoX I think of angry frogs. That may just be because my good buddy drives a greenish-blue one, and drives the ever loving poo poo out of it.
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Nov 15, 2010 07:57
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destructo posted:
Okay, seriously? That's more stretched than a retired pornstars vagina. I mean, drat. I like slammed Miatas, but some goddamn taste is in order.
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Nov 25, 2010 14:42
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. 15x10 et -10
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destructo posted:Which one of you is Nev GodDAMN 
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Dec 1, 2010 17:32
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I count 19 belt teeth between the marks at the top of the sprockets.
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Jan 17, 2011 17:44
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crutt posted:
That is a beautiful color scheme. Bravo.
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Mar 19, 2011 04:10
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streetlamp posted:Got a new fun problem today. Feels like the rear end is locking up or something. At low speeds turning it feels like a welded diff, hopping and skipping around. While trying to turn at like a light at 5-10mph, it sounds like a midget is banging on something with a giant sledgehammer and the car bucks. It kinda feels like if you hit a giant pothole. At higher speeds it will randomly bang and feel like a pothole. Not going to drive the car anymore until I figure it out/fix it, I thought no way I was getting home. Open diff or viscous? Something came loose.
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Mar 24, 2011 22:12
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Russian Bear posted:Got out of class tonight, went to start the car and it wouldn't go in reverse. poo poo. Turned off the car, could shift through all the gears with the clutch in no problem, with the car on though it barely made it into any gear. I had to push my car back out of the parking spot (NAs are so light it's awesome) and managed to get into first and nurse through the gears. My commute back is all highway so the only problem was the speed bump on my street, almost stalled it. I still can't get reverse, the clutch pedal feels like I'm just pushing against the spring and there's no hydraulic pressure. It was dark when I got home so I'll check the reservoir for fluid tomorrow morning. I'm thinking it's the slave cylinder because there was no slipping or any signs of this earlier in the day and I'm pretty sure it's never been replaced. Car is a 94. Any other ideas? This exact thing happened to my buddy and I on the way back from AutoX on Sunday. It's the slave. Get a new one, bleed the system, enjoy your clutch returning to function.
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Apr 12, 2011 12:15
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As long as the oil level is good, wind it out in 1 & 2 and call us in the morning. Miata's just tick, it's part of the charm.
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Apr 13, 2011 22:45
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Phone posted:So roll that bitch!
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Apr 14, 2011 13:35
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First Time Caller posted:Any recommendations on aftermarket steering wheels? I have a lot of trouble with heel and toe since my knees brush under my wheel and its almost impossibly difficult. I'm going to hop on this train and possibly hijack it. I've got the same issue. The problem is, I'd like to keep running in STS where they don't allow you to remove the airbag. Is it possible to space out the stock wheel a bit? Does anyone think there'd be a safety issue with putting the airbag closer to me? Beach Bum fucked around with this message at 02:28 on Apr 28, 2011 |
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Apr 28, 2011 02:16
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dema posted:Check engine light comes on with my NC when the tank is more then half full. Once it's less then about half full, the light goes away. Odd. Maybe something with the vapor return system. I think it's just your car telling you it's too heavy with a full tank of fuel 
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May 1, 2011 21:33
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SiB posted:After about 3 years of wanting one, I finally got one (worth buying). The cars around here (northern alberta) are usually junk, 300,000+ km, or bashed to hell, or salvage titles... That was a fuckin' steal, nice work. Shouldn't be too terribly hard to get a new quarter for it. EDIT: gently caress, you got a hard top too? That's even more of a deal than I thought! Beach Bum fucked around with this message at 12:19 on May 3, 2011 |
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May 3, 2011 12:05
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destructo posted:Man, even I think that car looks dumb, although the Trap finish panel is nice. I'm trying to decide between 225/45/15 RS3s @ $412 and wait, or get 205/50/15 Star Specs for $352 and get them now. Looks like I'd lose 0.3" in tread and 0.5" width per tire if I go with the Star Specs. I feel like since I have 15x8 wheels I ought to use them, but the extra cost and treadwear makes me think twice. RS3's. You won't regret it. They are fuckin' amazing. Almost as good as the old school Azenis
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May 12, 2011 11:48
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Phone posted:gently caress you. RT-615s are a god awful tire. The pre 615K Azenis.
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May 12, 2011 19:50
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FatCow posted:That would be the RT-615, you can tell because it doesn't have a 'K'. I meant the ones before the 615's. Dunno where that K came from. 
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May 13, 2011 11:50
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Phone posted:Ah yes, a tire that hasn't been made for at least 5 years You want me to take a picture for you? EDIT: Here's pictures.   And while I'm browsing  I have since fixed the absolutely horrible headlight cover fitment. Beach Bum fucked around with this message at 23:51 on May 13, 2011 |
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May 13, 2011 23:30
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aventari posted:w00t track day on Friday  That is some impressive packing. You didn't even have to use the deck. Could you put the top up if you needed to? Edit: Yeah, I don't see anything in the way. Goddamn. What size wheels/tires?
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Jun 3, 2011 07:23
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Guinness posted:Welp, I just don't think I can bring myself to sell my 95M. I took it out for a spin for the first time in 2 weeks since I bought my E46. I'm getting it detailed tomorrow, and I was doing it with intent to sell it this week, but my quick spin turned into almost 2 hours on several of my favorite roads. I just don't know that I can part with it. If you make the poor decision to sell it (don't) I know of a few good people who won't beat on it, rice it out, and generally really appreciate the car the way it deserves to be. PM me if you ever do decide to sell.
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Jun 6, 2011 09:01
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aventari posted:That sounds awesome. I had wondered, because my 15x7's with the 225 Hankooks would NOT fit in the trunk and close all the way.
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Jun 9, 2011 09:48
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As someone who just wrecked a Miata with a rollbar in it, getting rollbar padding works wonders. I rear ended someone at 40mph or so, airbags deployed, and I walked away. Granted, I hit my head hard enough that I got knocked out and don't remember what happened, but I walked away and doctor pronounced me concussion-free. Pad your rollbars or get a race seat.
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Jun 15, 2011 09:40
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Piano posted:
Goddammit, who is that bitch with the umbrella. She's blocking the NA! 
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Jun 24, 2011 06:12
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Krakkles posted:What is this part? Impressive mechanical failure! Go post this over here in the Horrible Mechanical Failures. How on earth did that happen?
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Jul 31, 2011 23:34
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Grayham posted:I'm going to go with the Star Specs. I don't think the R-S3s are made in 14" sizes. They're not, but I like the R-S3's a lot more than the Dunlops.
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Aug 2, 2011 03:23
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Piano posted:Look at all these high rollers and their hundred dollar tires. I got my 225/45-15 R-S3's for a mere $75
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Aug 2, 2011 04:17
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willie_dee posted:Ah, the metal rods seem to have stopped working the lock mechanism at the rear of the door, and whilst the door cards were easy to get off, how does one get to the locking mechanism? Ah, the good old broken latch catch 22. You can't fix the door latch without taking off the door panel, but you can't take off the door panel without a working latch.
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Sep 12, 2011 14:19
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FatCow posted:Heh, goons affording a NC Miata. Not for another 10 years bub. Why would you want anything other than an NA in the first place?
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Sep 29, 2011 02:30
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The master could be dead too, y'know.
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Oct 15, 2011 04:57
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Phone posted:I reset the local odometer when I filled up earlier in the day. ~10mpg? What the gently caress? Are you running a turbo or something?
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Oct 18, 2011 12:34
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